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Thursday, Sep 13, 2018 04:00 PM

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Bills Life: How Tre White remembers his roots

Kelly Baker

Contributing Correspondent

1. How Tre White remembers his roots

Although it’s just his second season in the NFL, Bills cornerback Tre’Davious White has been making the most of his opportunity. Not only does he do what he can to help his team on the field, White goes the extra mile to make a difference off it. One way he does so is by taking trips back to his native Shreveport, Louisiana to see the city and people that shaped his life.

This offseason, White hosted his first annual youth football camp in his hometown at his alma mater, Green Oaks High School. The event, which brought in upwards of 500 kids, was just one example of how White remembers his roots. Recently, he also made good on a promise by donating new gear to the Green Oaks basketball players and coaches.

“I stay true to my people, always will,” said White about the heartfelt gesture on his Twitter.

2. Thomas & Girgensons link up for a cause

Nothing says One Buffalo like Bills Legend Thurman Thomas and current Sabres center Zemgus Girgensons spending a day golfing together.

While the just idea of the iconic duo stepping onto the course together is enough to make any Buffalo sports fan want to pick up their clubs, on Tuesday it became a reality. The pair linked up at the Buffalo Sabres Foundation Golf Tournament, where they spent the afternoon supporting a good cause.

After the fun-filled event, which featured a number of Sabres players, coaches, alumni and broadcast personalities, Thomas and Girgensons took to social media to reflect on the day.

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The group participated in police ride-alongs, where they were able to get to know members of the Buffalo Police Department’s Neighborhood Engagement Team. Kicking off at the Belle Center, the Bills were met by Mayor Byron Brown for a short presentation before the ride-alongs began. As they made their way around town, the Bills stopped at local youth football practices where they shared words of advice with the aspiring athletes.

“It’s about using the responsibility that you have to positively impact others around you.”